Due to internal career movement, we have an opportunity in the position of Accountant! In this role, you will be providing accounting and financial reporting support for the Individual Markets Controller’s department. This position will assist with the close process, financial statement audits, and financial reporting for Individual Markets (Individual Life, Disability, and Annuity products). The position is responsible for the integrity of financial data and accounting prepared on behalf of Guardian and its subsidiaries.
You will
- Perform monthly, quarterly and year-end close, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Responsible for supporting external audits by preparing and providing financial documentation and workpapers as needed.
- Prepare timely and accurate quarterly variance analysis, annual statement exhibits, note disclosures and State regulatory filing schedules.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting and reporting controls and provide efficiencies in the financial reporting process.
- Responsible for performing the Model Audit Rule (MAR) key controls testing.
- Perform in-depth financial analysis to support various internal customers.
- Assist in maintaining the chart of accounts for Guardian’s general ledger, specifically for Individual Market activity and products.
- Performing special projects and other ad-hoc assignments in support of Individual Markets line of business.
You have
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent professional experience.
- 1+ years of related professional experience.
- Working knowledge of Oracle General Ledger and SmartView is a plus.
- Proven Microsoft Excel skills.
Location
This is a flexible position requiring 3 days a week in a Guardian office, preferably, Bethlehem, PA or Pittsfield, MA.
Salary Range:
$57,810.00 - $86,715.00
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
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At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
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As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
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Who we are
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.
Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.
As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues and are building a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture. We uplift individuals and communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs.
What we stand for
In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.
Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.
Disclosures:
Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
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